Engineering
Embedded Systems
Senior
Onsite
Summary
AIRMO is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop satellite and airborne control systems for Earth observation payloads. Requires expert C/C++ for bare-metal/RTOS, Linux application development on ARM, and experience with sensors and communication interfaces. This role offers a unique opportunity to build mission-critical software for space-based instrumentation.
- Location
- Berlin
- Type
- full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Work mode
- onsite
Your mission
AIRMO is looking for a hands-on, talented Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own the design, development, and maintenance of our next-generation satellite and airborne control systems. You’ll be at the core of our Payload Handling Unit (PHU) software and hardware — powering payloads, orchestrating data capture, and ensuring rock-solid reliability in space and flight.
Your responsibilities in AIRMO
Your tasks will include, but are not limited to:
Your responsibilities in AIRMO
Your tasks will include, but are not limited to:
Your profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience
- 5+ years of embedded software development, preferably in aerospace, robotics, or other high reliability domains
- Expert-level C/C++ skills for bare-metal and RTOS environments
- Proven Linux application development on ARM platforms, including cross-toolchains and kernel extensions
- Hands-on integration experience with:
- GNSS timing modules
- Inertial sensors, real-time clocks, environmental sensors
- High-speed interfaces: USB, UART, CAN, CameraLink
- Solid understanding of power management, current sensing, and hardware fault protection
- Familiarity with Cyphal and YAMCS or comparable ground-control frameworks
- A “hacker” mentality: rapid prototyping, creative problem-solving, and a willingness to dive into schematics or PCB layouts when needed
- Fluency in English
The minimum requirements for applicants include:
We’re building a global monitoring system from ground to space, helping energy companies, governments, and investors take real action on climate impact.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience
- 5+ years of embedded software development, preferably in aerospace, robotics, or other high reliability domains
- Expert-level C/C++ skills for bare-metal and RTOS environments
- Proven Linux application development on ARM platforms, including cross-toolchains and kernel extensions
- Hands-on integration experience with:
- GNSS timing modules
- Inertial sensors, real-time clocks, environmental sensors
- High-speed interfaces: USB, UART, CAN, CameraLink
- Solid understanding of power management, current sensing, and hardware fault protection
- Familiarity with Cyphal and YAMCS or comparable ground-control frameworks
- A “hacker” mentality: rapid prototyping, creative problem-solving, and a willingness to dive into schematics or PCB layouts when needed
- Fluency in English
The minimum requirements for applicants include:
Why us?
This is a rare chance to build real software that will fly beyond the edge of the atmosphere — and bring critical Earth-observation payloads to life. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, write mission-critical code, and help shape the future of space-based instrumentation, we want to hear from you.About us
AIRMO is a European climate-tech company using space and airborne technologies to monitor greenhouse gas emissions globally. Our instruments — combining LiDAR and hyperspectral imaging — detect and quantify methane and CO₂ emissions from industrial sites, pipelines, and national infrastructure.We’re building a global monitoring system from ground to space, helping energy companies, governments, and investors take real action on climate impact.
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
AIRMO · Berlin